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Job Title:  Driver (Fresher UN Jobs)   

Organisation: United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Reports to: Administrative Assistant

Job Opening Number: 224692

About US:

The Regional Service Centre in Entebbe, Uganda (RSCE) was established in July 2010, following the adoption of General Assembly resolution 64/269. The Centre provides efficient, client-oriented and scalable services with the goal of moving transactional, non-location dependent administrative functions to the Centre from its client entities. This includes transactional elements of human resources, finance, multimodal movement and control, personnel and cargo transport and information and communications technology (ICT) support.

Job Summary:  The Driver will perform a wide range of safe, reliable, courteous and discreet ground transportation and support services for various stakeholders of the RSCE.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Driver will perform the following duties according to the needs of the service lines within the RSCE:

• Transport authorized Conference services Clients, RSCE and UN staff, high-ranking officials and visitors to and from their respective destinations safely, including picking them from and dropping them to the airport, after-hours when necessary.
• Assist official personnel and visitors with completing visa and customs formalities at the airport when required.
• Keep abreast of road traffic conditions, Safety and Security broadcasts, event schedules, weather and other relevant information and use familiarity of the local area to select among alternative routes those that facilitate punctual arrivals and departures.
• Operate assigned UN vehicular assets properly and in accordance with the requirements of the Service Centre, the regulations of the United Nations and the laws of the host country and ensure availability during their operation of all required documents/supplies such as insurance, vehicle logs, first aid kit, necessary spare parts, etc.
• Provide adequate day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through effecting timely arranging for minor and major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, water levels and coolant, washing, etc. so that the said vehicle is kept clean and in good running condition at all times;
• Keep required supervisory and managerial entities updated about all incidents and ensure that all designated SOPs are observed for any vehicle breakdowns and accidents.
• Participate in logistical activities related to RTCC events, inclusive of preparation of seating arrangements in accordance with event requirements and UN protocol; preparation/reproduction of events documents and handling of different equipment.
• Assist various RSCE offices with filing, collection and distribution of mail, packages, purchases and correspondences, both incoming and outgoing
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant for the United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) Driver job must hold a valid national driving license with classes B, C, D is required.
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, and local roads and conditions, and defensive driving skills is desirable.
• Technical training as Motor Vehicle Technician (National Technician Certificate or equivalent) is desirable.
• At least two years of work experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required.
• Experience in an international organization, non-governmental organization, embassy or the United Nations common field operation is desirable.
• Knowledge of basic mechanics and electronics is desirable.
• Languages: fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of administrative and transportation policies, processes and procedures generally and those related to the Front Office of a Senior Management Official. Knowledge of administrative and logistical rules and regulations and ability to research and gather information from a variety of standard sources and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Planning And Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

NB: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). The United Nations does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join the United Nations should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 4^th January 2024

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